Access Guide
Preston Road Library
Carlton Avenue East
Wembley
Middlesex
HA9 8PL
Tel: 020 8937 3510
Fax: 020 8908 6220
Email: prestonlibrary@brent.gov.uk
Web: http://www.brent.gov.uk/libraries
Opening Times
| Day | Opening Times |
|---|---|
| Monday | 10:00 - 20:00 |
| Tuesday | 10:00 - 18:00 |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 10:00 - 20:00 |
| Friday | 10:00 - 18:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00 - 17:00 |
| Sunday | Closed |
Location
The venue is situated outside the centre of the town or city.
The venue is not on a road with a steep gradient.
The nearest mainline Railway Station is South Kenton.
The photo shows the drop off point located outside the venue.
Parking
This venue does have its own car park.
The car park is at the front of the venue.
The car park type is open air/surface.
There is 1 designated parking bay within the car park.
The dimensions of the designated parking bay(s) are 2.9m x 4.7m (9ft 6in x 15ft 5in).
The nearest designated bay is 7m (22ft 11in) from the main accessible entrance.
The route from the car park to the entrance is accessible to a wheelchair user with assistance.
The car park surface is tarmac.
The patron does not have to cross a road.
The car park does not have a height restriction barrier.
Outside Access (Carlton Avenue East)
There is level access to the service.
The main doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 92cm (3ft ) wide.
Outside Access (Car Park)
There is not level access to the service.
The main doors open automatically.
The doors are double width.
The door opening is 92cm (3ft ) wide.
No Level Access (Car Park)
There is a ramp or slope to access this area/service.
The ramp or slope is located in front of the doors.
The ramp or slope is moderate.
The ramp or slope is permanent.
The width of the ramp or slope is 120cm (3ft 11in).
Reception
The reception desk is 6m (19ft 8in) from the front entrance.
There is level access to reception from the entrance.
The reception desk is low.
Lighting levels are bright.
There is a hearing assistance system.
The hearing system is a fixed loop.
Inside Access
There is level access to the service.
The lighting levels are bright.
Library
This library does not house a regular supply of books in Braille.
This library does house a regular supply of books in large print.
This library does house a regular supply of books on tape or disc.
There is an ordering service.
It takes approximately 2-14 days to process an order.
For home library services please ring 020 8937 3460 or email homelibraryservice@brent.gov.uk.
Adapted Toilet
There are adapted toilets within this venue designated for public use.
Location of and access to adapted toilets
The toilet is for the sole use of disabled people.
The adapted toilet is 10m (11yd) from the accessible entrance.
The adapted toilet is located in the staff area.
Features and dimensions of adapted toilets
This is a unisex toilet.
A key is required for the adapted toilet.
The key is not a radar key.
The key can be obtained from a member of staff.
The door opens outwards.
The door is locked by a twist lock.
The dimensions of the adapted toilet are 150cm x 185cm (4ft 11in x 6ft ).
There is a lateral transfer space.
As you face the toilet pan the transfer space is on the right.
The lateral transfer space is 50cm (1ft 7in).
The tap type is lever.
There is a functional emergency alarm available.
Disposal facilities are available in the cubicle.
There is not a coat hook.
Position of fixtures in adapted toilets
Wall mounted rails are available.
As you face the toilet the wall mounted grab rails are on both sides.
There are mirrors in the adapted toilet.
Mirrors are placed at a lower level or at an angle for ease of use.
The height of the toilet seat above floor level is 50cm (1ft 7in).
There is not a hand dryer.
There is a towel dispenser.
The towel dispenser is placed higher than 100cm.
The towel dispenser is 105cm (3ft 5in) high.
There is a toilet roll holder.
The toilet roll holder is not placed higher than 100cm.
There is a sink.
The sink is placed higher than 74cm.
The sink is 76cm (2ft 5in) high.
Colour contrast and lighting in adapted toilets
The contrast between the walls and floor is good.
Lighting levels are bright.
Additional Information
Staff do receive disability awareness training.
Registered assistance dogs are welcomed.
There is a soft play area for children.
